Campus Announcements for the week of 10/14/2002
Table of Contents
1. Fedex Class Action Suit & Proof Of Claim Form
2. Construction Under Way - behind SAC
3. HSC Open enrollment for the Flexible Spending Account Program begins September 16, 2002 and ends November 15, 2002.
4. NY STATE Flexible spending Account (FSA) - 2003 Open Enrollment
5. Blood Drive Week: Monday, October 14-Wednesday, October 16
6. Veterans Day Ceremony
7. Chat Reference is Coming!!
8. Audition for Children's Performance Company: "It's Your Move!"
9. Interviewing Skills
10. Family Medical Leave Act for Supervisors and Managers of Research Foundation Employees
11. Survey Sez: Making Sense of Salary Survey Data
12. Practical Issues in Classification & Compensation
13. Handling Conflict
14. Employee Training Programs
15. Save the date! ---- Gandhi Lecture --- October 23! Mahatma Gandhi's grandson, Rajmohan, gives Presidential Lecture!!
16. Employee Assistance Program Lunchtime Learning - WHEN A LOVED ONE IS DEPRESSED -LUNCH PROVIDED
17. Employee Assistance Program Lunchtime Learning - ANGER MANAGEMENT, AN OVERVIEW -LUNCH PROVIDED
18. Deadline for Study Abroad
19. 14th Annual Run for Children to support the Child Life Program and the Pediatric Playroom!
20. Employee Assistance Program Training Recognizing Impairment in the Workplace
21. Employee Assistance Program Lunchtime Learning - Lunch Provided - Getting Unstuck from Pain
22. UUP General Membership Meeting
23. Computer Training: Microsoft word Advanced Modules I, II, III, IV
24. Rally Against the War, Wednesday, Oct. 16
25. Homecoming 5K Run/Walk - Sunday, October 20th @ 10:00A.M.
26. Sbunion Crafts Center Offers Defensive Driving Classes. Low Cost! Open To The Public!
27. Last Make-Up Orientation For New And Readmitted F-1 And J-1 International Students
28. Football Battles Sacred Heart Homecoming Saturday at 4:00 p.m.
29. Searching for College Bowl Volunteers
30. Meet the Oncology Nurse from The Stony Brook Hospital's Cancer Helpline
31. Free Treatment Available at Stony Brook for Those Who Lost a Family Member or Close Friend on Sept. 11, 2001
32. Focus On Women On Diversity: Call For Submissions
33. Employee Benefits Fair 2002
34. Topics in Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences Seminar, October 16, 2002
35. Oceans and Atmosphere Colloquium, October 18, 2002
36. Department of Biochemistry and Cell Biology
37. Computer Training Macromedia Fireworks 4.0 NCE327. 3 sessions: Section A: Sat. 1:00-4:00 pm, Oct. 26; Nov. 2, 9, 2002
38. Harriman School Seminar -- Wednesday, October 23, 9 am, 304 Harriman Hall
39. Presentation on Deakin University and Australian Culture
40. The Humanities Institute at Stony Brook Presents a one day Symposia
41. Long Play Project and Stony Brook Stages
42. Stress Management Workshops
43. Project Liberty provides free and confidential support services to persons affected by the events of 911.
44. Department of Physiology and Biophysics Seminar
45. Department of Physiology & Biophysics and Department of Neurobiology & Behavior Symposium, "Water Transport in the Eye"
46. SUNY-Latin American & Caribbean Studies Conference
47. Department of Neurobiology & Behavior
48. CELT Series: Assessing Departmental Practices in the Teaching of Writing
49. Ecology and Evolution Seminar
50. Special Ecology and Evolution Seminar
51. Oceans and Atmosphere Colloquium, October 18, 2002
52. TIAA-CREF Seminar "A Woman's Money, A Woman's Future" seminar to be held on October 17, 2002.
53. Administrators, Faculty, and Student Service Professionals- Do you know your legal rights and the rights of your students?
54. Living World Public Lecture Series Sponsored by Ecology and Evolution Department
55. November 7th Author Reading/Signing Event: Gabriel Brownstein, author of "The Curious Case of Benjamin Button, Apt 3W"
56. Nov. 4-Dec 31: Special Collections hosts the acclaimed exhibit "This is woman's hour...: The Life of Mary Baker Eddy."
57. Long Island Play Project and Stony Brook Stages
58. Ballroom Dancing Lessons
59. Student Success Week II
60. Hispanic Heritage Month Closing Ceremony/ 13th Annual Awards Luncheon
61. The School Of Health Technology And Management's Ninth Annual Distinguished Alumni Awards
62. Lunch and a Movie For International Faculty - "Teaching In America: A Guide For International Faculty"
63. Pizza and a Movie For International TAs - "Teaching In America: A Guide For International Faculty"
64. Weekly Fitness Classes
65. Biomedical Engineering Seminar Series Lecture
Wednesday, October 16, 2002
66. Job/Internship Fair
67. CSEA Course Offerings
68. Laser Eye Surgery Seminar (LASIK)
69. Doctoral Defenses this week
70. Diabetes and Periodontitis
71. Clinical trial for females
72. MRI Flow Imaging Study of the Brain and Spine
73. Osteoarthritis Clinical Trial
1. Fedex Class Action Suit & Proof Of Claim Form
Recently every campus FEDEX account was sent a letter by the Circuit Court of Cook County, Illinois in regards to their class action suit versus Federal Express Corporation. Please be advised that it is up to the individual who set up the FEDEX account for their department to fill out the proof of claim form. Please do not send these forms and letters to Procurement. If you have any questions please contact Mary Woodward at 2-9849.
Submitted by: Mary Woodward/Admin
2. Construction Under Way - behind SAC
Construction has begun behind SAC to build a new metered parking lot. There will also be improvements for accessibility, pedestrian walkways and green space.
Proceed with caution - Use the alternate access as indicated - Please avoid construction areas!
We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. Please be advised that this construction is scheduled to last approximately 10 weeks and is weather dependent. For questions or concerns call 632-AUTO.
Submitted by: Theresa Kist/Admin
3. HSC Open enrollment for the Flexible Spending Account Program begins September 16, 2002 and ends November 15, 2002.
Flexible Spending Account Program (Dependent Care Advantage Account and Health Care Spending Account) - Open enrollment September 16, 2002 thru November 15, 2002. Enrollment is paperless. Employees may request enrollment information or request an enrollment book online at www.flexspend.state.ny.us or by calling the Flexible Spending Account Hotline at 1-800-358-7202. This program is available to state employees.
An employer contribution up to $600 is available to eligible employees who enroll in the Dependent Care Advantage Account Program.
http://www.flexpend.state.ny.us
Submitted by: Cassandra Moore/UHMC
4. NY STATE Flexible spending Account (FSA) - 2003 Open Enrollment
The NY STATE FSA 2003 Open Enrollment period is September 16, 2002, to November 15, 2002. This program helps STATE employees save money when paying for health or dependent care expenses. For 2003, a new paperless enrollment will make it easy for employees to apply online or through a toll-free number. Employees may obtain enrollment information or request an enrollment book online at
http://www.flexspend.state.ny.us
or call the FSA Hotline at 1-800-358-7202. Employees currently enrolled in the FSA must re-enroll if they wish to continue their contributions in 2003. They will receive re-enrollment instructions directly from Fringe Benefits Management Company. Visit the HRS (West Campus & HSC) web site at
http://www.stonybrook.edu/hr
, News and Events.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/hr
Submitted by: Alexis Swiatkowski/Admin
5. Blood Drive Week: Monday, October 14-Wednesday, October 16
Last year with your help, we were able to break the Blood Drive Total for the previous year and again win the Long Island Blood Services' Colleges and Universities Contest for the past year! After our kick-off blood drive in September, we are pleased to announce four upcoming Fall Blood Drives:
Monday, Oct. 14 9:30am-3:30pm Long Island Veteran's Home
Tuesday, Oct. 15 7:30am-5:30pm Sports Complex
Wednesday, Oct. 16 7:00am-6:00pm University Med Center/Hospital 3rd floor
Wednesday, Oct. 16 12:30pm-9:00pm Union Ballroom
Please come and donate blood, together we can help break last year's record! Donors will recive their choice of a ticket to one of the Seawolves' November home games against Robert Morris on Saturday, November 9th at 12:30pm, or against Canscius College on Saturday, Novemeber 16th at 1pm at the new stadium!
Submitted by: Carl Hanes/Pres
6. Veterans Day Ceremony
This year the Veterans Day Ceremony at Stony Brook University is dedicated to the students, alumni, faculty, staff and families who have served or are currently serving in the United States Armed Forces. We invite you to attend the Veterans Day Ceremony that has become a tradition at Stony Brook. Your attendance shows the importance of our military and the country's goals for freedom and peace.
The Stony Brook Community is honored to celebrate Veterans Day on Wednesday, November 6, 2002 at 1:00 p.m. in the Student Activities Center auditorium. It is our pleasure to have you join us commemorating this national day of honor.
Please RSVP to Mr. Ismael Rodriguez, Jr. or Ms. Maureen Hall at (631) 632-6700. Your immediate response is greatly appreciated.
Submitted by: Ismenia Molina/Pres
7. Chat Reference is Coming!!
Ask a reference question and get an answer in "real time." Starting Monday, October 21, click on the "Ask a Reference Librarian" link located on the USB Library Homepage. Follow a few simple instructions and you will be able to chat with a Reference Librarian from any remote location. During this pilot program, hours of availability will be from 3:00-5:00PM Monday through Thursday. Have a question? Chat with a librarian!
Submitted by: April Brazill/Lib
8. Audition for Children's Performance Company: "It's Your Move!"
Auditions for "It's Your Move!" a children's performance company will take place on Friday, October 25th from 4:30-6:00 p.m. in the Dance Space 104/114 of Nassau Hall on South Campus. Auditions are open to children currently in 3rd, 4th and 5th grades. The company is a part of the research and creative work of Theatre Arts faculty member, Amy Yopp Sullivan. Children should wear clothing that will facilitate movement and prepare a short song and poem for the audition. Rehearsals for children who are selected for the company will be held every Friday from 4:30-6:00 p.m. beginning November 8th. For further information, contact Amy Yopp Sullivan at 632-7392.
Submitted by: Augusta Kuhn/CAS
9. Interviewing Skills
This program is designed for State and RF managers, Search Committees and those responsible for interviewing candidates. This program will include:
Preparing for an interview
Setting the tone for a successful interview
Avoiding discrimination and illegal questioning
Gathering appropriate, job related information from the candidate
Closing the interview
Documenting the interview
How to write a Resume Screening document
How to write your interview questions to get answers you need
Legal and illegal interview questions
DATE: October 16, 2002 TIME: 9:00-1:00
TO REGISTER: Contact Denise Gross @2-4501
http://www.stonybrook.edu/hr
Submitted by: Cindy Brodsky/Admin
10. Family Medical Leave Act for Supervisors and Managers of Research Foundation Employees
This training focuses on FMLA for the Research Foundation Employee. It is recommended for VP Coordinators, Department Heads, and Supervisors/Managers who are responsible for administering campus policies.
This workshop is designed to provide participants with an understanding of the Family Medical Act, in order to assist them with implementing this Federal Law and employee entitlement. We will review eligibility requirements, employee and employer responsibilities, and the coordination of implementing FMLA with other leave entitlements, such as accrual charging, Presidential Sick Leave, Sick Leave at half pay, etc.
DATE: OCTOBER 23, 2002 TIME: 10:00-12:00
TO REGISTER: CONTACT DENISE GROSS @2-4501 OR CLICK ON THE LINK BELOW
http://www.stonybrook.edu/hr/training
Submitted by: Cindy Brodsky/Admin
11. Survey Sez: Making Sense of Salary Survey Data
This session will address the use of surveys and salary reports in salary administration and compensation practice. Validity and interpretation of data, as well as application to our environment will be among the topics discussed. Please bring a salary survey or report you find helpful. The resources are many - - knowing how to use them is PRICELESS$$!
DATE: October 23 TIME: 9:30-11:30
TO REGISTER: CONTACT DENISE GROSS @ 2-4501 or click on the link below
http://www.stonybrook.edu/hr/training
Submitted by: Cindy Brodsky/Admin
12. Practical Issues in Classification & Compensation
Class & Comp is usually the first step in what we hope will be a positive job development, recruitment, and retention experience. However, there are many technical, practical and ethical issues that will shape your effort and your results. This session will focus on the "fine detail" of this very important first step.
DATE: October 23, 2002 TIME: 2:30-4:30
TO REGISTER: CONTACT DENISE GROSS @ 2-4501 or click on the link below
http://www.stonybrook.edu/hr/training
Submitted by: Cindy Brodsky/Admin
13. Handling Conflict
This workshop addresses conflict in the workplace and its effect on productivity. Participants will have the opportunity to assess the impact of their personal practices and style on their ability to achieve results. They will also learn to approach conflict situations constructively, resolve them effectively, and develop collaborative relationships with peers.
PROGRAM OBJECTIVES: At the conclusion of this program participants will be able to:
Define conflict and its effects (positive and negative) on the workplace
Complete a self-assessment to determine their individual conflict resolution style
Gain a greater understanding of conflict resolution styles and different approaches to each
Learn and practice a collaborative, problem-solving approach to conflict resolution
DATE: OCTOBER 29, 2002 TIME: 9:30-1:00
To REGISTER: CONTACT DENISE GROSS @ 2-4501 or click on the link below
http://www.stonybrook.edu/hr/training
Submitted by: Cindy Brodsky/Admin
14. Employee Training Programs
Human Resource Services, Training & Organizational Development is pleased to announce there 2002-2003 training programs. You will see a wide variety of program offerings for all levels of employees on the West Campus and in the HSC.
You will find classes on communication skills, professional development, customer service, and team building. In addition there are multiple classes offered in our supervisory and management curriculum.
If you don't have the time to attend our regular classes, take a look at our SkillSoft E-Learning Curriculum.
Take some time to read through our website.
If there is something that you don't see, we could customize training programs for your department/area.
CONTACT DENISE GROSS @2-4501 with questions/information.
Click on the link below to view our website.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/hr/training
Submitted by: Cindy Brodsky/Admin
15. Save the date! ---- Gandhi Lecture --- October 23! Mahatma Gandhi's grandson, Rajmohan, gives Presidential Lecture!!
Please join the campus community for a Presidential Lecture Celebrating Diversity by Rajmohan Gandhi, grandson of India's Mahatma Gandhi, author, scholar, journalist, and former member of India's Parliament. Professor Gandhi will present "Diversity and Peacemaking; Is Gandhi Relevant in 2002?" in the Student Activities Center Auditorium, October 23, during campus life time (12:45 - 2:00p.m.) followed by an opportunity to discuss from 2 - 3 p.m. RSVP to the Office of Conferences and Special Events at 632-6320. Light refreshments will be served.
Submitted by: George Meyer/Pres
16. Employee Assistance Program Lunchtime Learning - WHEN A LOVED ONE IS DEPRESSED -LUNCH PROVIDED
Less than half the people suffering from depression seek treatment. One out of every five adults may experience a depression at some point during his or her lifetime. Through lecture, discussion and videotape, workshop participants will:
a. Learn the difference between "The Blues" and clinical depression by reviewing signs and symptoms
b. Identify the different types of depression and risk factors for depression
c. Understand that in many cases depression is a very treatable illness by discussing the benefits of medication combined with counseling
d. Develop strategies to intervene with a loved one who appears depressed
Date: October 16, 2002, Wednesday Time: 11:30 - 12:30 Location: HSC, Level 2, Seminar Rm 2B
To register: Download form from www.stonybrook.edu/hr (click on Training & Organizational Development). Then fax to: 632-6168; or call Denise Gross at 632-4501 for form. (Maximum registrants, 15 people). Don't forget, lunch is provided!
http://www.sunysb.edu/eap
Submitted by: Linda Tatem/Pres
17. Employee Assistance Program Lunchtime Learning - ANGER MANAGEMENT, AN OVERVIEW -LUNCH PROVIDED
Angry? Who Me? This workshop will teach you techniques on how to manage your own anger and how to deal with another person's anger. Participants will identify types of triggers to anger, learn behavioral signs and symptoms of anger and role-play constructive ways to handle anger.
Date: October 18, 2002, Friday Time: 12:00 - 1:30 Place: West Campus, Women's Studies Colloquium Center (formerly Peace Center), Old Chemistry
To register: Download form from www.stonybrook.edu/hr (click on Training & Organizational Development). Then fax to: 632-6168; or call Denise Gross at 632-4501 for form. (Maximum registrants, 15 people). Don't forget, lunch is provided!
http://www.sunysb.edu/eap
Submitted by: Linda Tatem/Pres
18. Deadline for Study Abroad
October 15 is the deadline for the following Spring Semester Study Abroad programs: Korea, Italy, Spain, Germany, France, South Africa, Russia, and Lancaster. Contact the Study Abroad Office for more information.
Submitted by: Dorothy Tsang/Grad
19. 14th Annual Run for Children to support the Child Life Program and the Pediatric Playroom!
The 14th Annual Run for Children, a 5K run & walk to support the Child Life Program and the pediatric playroom, will be held on Sunday, October 20. Registration begins at 7:30 am and the run will start at 9:30 am. Walkers are welcome! KIDS NEED MORE THAN MEDICINE TO GET WELL! All proceeds go towards games, toys, activities, and programs to reduce the stress and traume children experience during hospitalization. Registration forms are available in the Playroom on 11 South or by calling 4-3840. See you at the Run!
Submitted by: Nicole Gutman/UHMC
20. Employee Assistance Program Training Recognizing Impairment in the Workplace
Your role as a supervisor is a critical one in assisting workers to seek professional help and consequently improve their level of functioning on the job and in their personal lives. Through knowledge and practice participants will be able to achieve the following workshop objectives:
1. To identify specific behavioral and job performance problems
2. To review the myriad of problems that may be the cause of deteriorating job performance e.g. depression, substance abuse, family crisis, death of a loved one, etc.
3. To understand the possible dynamics in the supervisor/supervisee relationship when faced with poor performance
4. To role play techniques to ensure a successful workplace intervention
Date: October 31, 2002, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
To register call Dept. of Corporate Education and Training at 444-9805
http://www.sunysb.edu/eap
Submitted by: Linda Tatem/Pres
21. Employee Assistance Program Lunchtime Learning - Lunch Provided - Getting Unstuck from Pain
There are times in our lives that we encounter pain. We sometimes get stuck in these situations and are afraid to move. Or, we do not want to move, because it is too painful. This workshop will look at strategies for the times when we feel immobilized to address the pressing problems.
Date: Friday, October 18, 2002, 12:00 - 1:30 p.m. Location: Women's Studies Colloquial Center (formerly Peace Center), Old Chemistry Bldg.
To register: Download form from www.stonybrook.edu/hr (click on Training & Organizational Development). Then fax to: 632-6168; or call Denise Gross at 632-4501 for form. (Maximum registrants - 15 people). Don't forget, lunch is provided!
http://www.sunysb.edu/eap
Submitted by: Linda Tatem/Pres
22. UUP General Membership Meeting
On Wednesday, October 30,2002, from 12:40 to 2 p.m. there will be a United University Professions General Membership Meeting. The UUP Negotiating Team will make a Campus visit to the Javits Lecture Center, Room 102. All UUP members are welcome to attend. Lunch will be served. Please contact Corinne Burns, Chapter Assistant, at 2-6570 to make a reservation (and to help us estimate how much food to order!)
Submitted by: Corinne Burns/Affl
23. Computer Training: Microsoft word Advanced Modules I, II, III, IV
Module I: This advanced course in Word covers multiple document management and mail merge functions, valuable skills that reduce waste and streamline mass mailings.
Section A: W, 9:00-12:00 pm, Oct 23, 30, 2002
Module II: This advanced course covers tables and document forms (mailing labels and envelopes).
Section A: W, 9:00-12:00 pm, Nov. 6, 13, 2002
Module III: This advanced course covers footnotes, document generation, automatic paragraph numbering, styles and document compare functions.
Section A: W, 9:00-12:00 pm, Nov. 20; Dec 4, 2002
Module IV: This advanced course covers desktop publishing functions, including picture and file insertion, templates, styles and newspaper columns.
Section A: W, 9:00-12:00 pm, Dec. 11, 18, 2002
Fee $105/Module (10% discount University employees and students)
Call or Email Marie Hatch 632-7071; marie.hatch@stonybrook.edu
Submitted by: Frank Esposito/Prov
24. Rally Against the War, Wednesday, Oct. 16
Rally to stop the war on Iraq before it stops. Gather at 12:40 p.m. Wednesday at Roth Pond; march to Fountain on the Mall for speakers and music beginning 1:00 p.m. Campus endorsers include Association for Emeritus Professors, Feminist Majority, Musicians Alliance for Peace, Muslim Student Association, Peace Studies Centre, Political Science Dept., Protestant Campus Ministries, Sociology Dept. By resolution of Oct. 5, 2002, SUNY U.U.P. "urges its members and affiliates to get involved with the organizations working toward stopping the Bush Administration's march toward war with Iraq."
http://www.sbcoalition.net
Submitted by: Jacob Levich/UAff
25. Homecoming 5K Run/Walk - Sunday, October 20th @ 10:00A.M.
This run/walk is sponsored by the Department of Campus Recreation and the Athletic Training Program. For an application and additional information regarding the event please go to our web site or call 632-7168.
http://www.recreation.sunysb.edu/events/homecominginfo.html
Submitted by: Susan Dimonda/CAS
26. Sbunion Crafts Center Offers Defensive Driving Classes. Low Cost! Open To The Public!
The empire safety council accident prevention workshop emphasizing traffic safety awareness which is proven to reduce both accidents and traffic citations. Your attitudes and behaviors affect the way you drive. Learn to be a Defensive Driver and save 10% on your auto insurance(liability and collision) and reduce up to four points on your driving record.
Defensive Driving - Section A. Two Mon. (10/21,10/28), 6-9PM Section B. Two Weds. (11/13, 11/20), 6-9PM SB Union. Rm. 237 $18/Students, $22/Non-Students. (Book and certificate fee $13. Send separate check to K. O'Brien with registration check)
Register by calling (631)632-6822, or stop by the Crafts Center Located in the lower level of the Union, Room 049.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/stuaff/studentactivities/index.shtml?page_craftscenter.shtml
Submitted by: Janice Costanzo/OSA
27. Last Make-Up Orientation For New And Readmitted F-1 And J-1 International Students
A final make-up immigration orientation for new and readmitted F-1 and J-1 INTERNATIONAL students will be held on Thursday, Oct. 17, 11:15 a.m. - 12:15 a.m. in the Student Activities Center (SAC), Room 303. All F and J international STUDENTS who were new or readmitted for Fall 2002 are required to attend an orientation on the immigration regulations. Failure to know and understand these regulations can have serious consequences for international students. Continuing students who wish a review of the regulations are also welcome to attend.
For further information, contact International Services at 632-4685
Submitted by: Rose Cohen-Brown/Grad
28. Football Battles Sacred Heart Homecoming Saturday at 4:00 p.m.
The Stony Brook football team will battle Northeast Conference foe Sacred Heart on Saturday, October 19th at 4:00 p.m. as part of Homecoming Weekend. Fireworks will follow the game.
Coming be a part of the announcement of this year's King and Queen, the naming of Seawolves Stadium and watch one lucky fan try to kick a field goal for $100,000.
Tickets are just $6 and can be purchased on-line at the URL below or by calling (631) 632-WOLF.
http://purchase.tickets.com/buy/TicketPurchase?organ_val=3386&event_val=2FB&schedule=list
Submitted by: Timothy Szlosek/CAS
29. Searching for College Bowl Volunteers
The Office of Student Activities is searching for Faculty/Staff Volunteers to assist with College Bowl. The competition will be on November 13 and November 14 in the SAC Auditorium at 7:00pm. We are searching for moderators, scorekeepers, judges, and timekeepers. If you are interested in volunteering please contact Tania Ortiz at
632-9392 or tortiz@notes.cc.sunysb.edu
Submitted by: Tania Ortiz/OSA
30. Meet the Oncology Nurse from The Stony Brook Hospital's Cancer Helpline
The Oncology Nurse from Stony Brook University Hospital's Cancer Helpline will be available in person to answer cancer questions at The Community Resource Center - located in the Stony Brook Village on 10/15/02 from 12:00 noon till 2:00-PM. This is an opportunity to have cancer questions answered and to obtain cancer related information
http://www.stonybrookhospital.com/index.cfm?id=1325
Submitted by: Lori Tischler/UHMC
31. Free Treatment Available at Stony Brook for Those Who Lost a Family Member or Close Friend on Sept. 11, 2001
For Those Who Lost a Loved One on 9/11
Are you or is someone you love having difficulty healing from the death of a loved one as a result of the September 11 Catastrophe?
If so, The Sudden Traumatic Loss Individual Treatment Program may be for you.
Who: Persons 18 years of age or older who have lost a spouse, partner, child, parent, sibling, or close friend or coworker as a result of 9/11.
What: * 20 one-to-one sessions. * Unique, state-of-the art treatment developed by experts in the fields of bereavement and trauma. This treatment is being researched and involves completing questionnaires.
Where: The State University of New York at Stony Brook, Pace University, and Columbia University.
Cost: The treatment will be offered free of charge for those who are accepted into the study.
How: If you have questions about the study, or are interested in participating, call 212-346-1730.
Submitted by: Camille Wortman/CAS
32. Focus On Women On Diversity: Call For Submissions
FOCUS ON WOMEN, ON DIVERSITY gives members of the University at Stony Brook community an opportunity to speak out on contemporary social issues and explore the diversity of their lives--lives shaped by ethnicity, sexual orientation, race, economics, age and religion. The journal includes essays, poetry, short stories, academic papers, paintings, drawings and photographs. Preference is given to works addressing feminist, multicultural and campus issues. Sample copies from previous semesters are available in the Women's Studies Office, Old Chemistry 105. FOCUS meetings are held on Wednesday evenings at 8:30 p.m. in the Student Union 223A (The Feminist Majority Office). The publication is sponsored by the Women's Studies Program and Polity.
Submissions may be brought to the Women's Studies Office. For more information write to mtngirl722@aol.com
Submitted by: Constance Koppelman/CAS
33. Employee Benefits Fair 2002
Please join us at the Human Resource Services sponsored Employee Benefits Fair on Wednesday, 10/30/02 in Ballroom B, SAC from 10:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. for a day of information, giveaways and raffles. Representatives from the health insurance plans, retirement plans, union benefits, social security, EAP and health and wellness programs will be available to answer your questions and concerns. We look forward to seeing State, Research Foundation and Graduate Student employees at the fair. Look for the Benefits Fair flyers with your paychecks and be sure to bring the raffle entry form to the fair. It could be your lucky day!
Submitted by: Alessandra White/Admin
34. Topics in Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences Seminar, October 16, 2002
Dr. Shuntai Zhou from the Climate Prediction Center, NOAA, will present a seminar entitled "On the Downward Propagating and Non-Propagating Polar Stratospheric Warming" at 11:30 a.m. on October 16, 2002. The seminar will take place at the Marine Sciences Research Center, Endeavour Hall 120. For more information, please call 632-8009.
http://atmos.msrc.sunysb.edu
Submitted by: Gina Gartin/MSRC
35. Oceans and Atmosphere Colloquium, October 18, 2002
Oceans and Atmosphere Colloquium, October 18, 2002. 12:30 P.M. in Endeavour 120, Marine Sciences Research Center. Presents: Dr. Dick Lindzen from Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Topic: The Interaction of Waves and Convection in the Tropics.
Submitted by: Camille Marksberry/UHMC
36. Department of Biochemistry and Cell Biology
Dr. Scott Keeney from Sloan-Kettering Institute will be holding a seminar entitled, "Initiating Meiotic Recombination: Making Breaks in Yeast and Mouse" at 4:00pm on Thursday, Oct 17, in room 038 Life Sciences Building.
Submitted by: Lizandia Perez/CAS
37. Computer Training Macromedia Fireworks 4.0 NCE327. 3 sessions: Section A: Sat. 1:00-4:00 pm, Oct. 26; Nov. 2, 9, 2002
Create web graphics, from a simple logo to a sophisticated rollover or pop-up menu, with this user-friendly program from the leader in web design software applications. Fireworks writes the JavaScript required for complex web graphics, and seamlessly merges with Dreamweaver, Macromedia's web layout program. This course is a thorough introduction to this powerful program. Students will create their own graphics to be incorporated into their website designs in Dreamweaver.
Required text - Fireworks 4 for Windows/Macintosh: A Visual Quickstart Guide by Sandee Cohen, retail: $18.99.
Fee $150 (10% discount University employees and students ) CSEA LEAP Vouchers accepted
Call or Email Marie Hatch 632-7071; marie.hatch@stonybrook.edu
Submitted by: Frank Esposito/Prov
38. Harriman School Seminar -- Wednesday, October 23, 9 am, 304 Harriman Hall
Some Efficiency Issues in Designing Optical Networks Optical networks present a fast and reliable medium for transferring high volume data. We can reconfigure such networks by re-tuning node transmitters and receivers to different wavelengths, allowing us to design a virtual topology, which we then impose on the physical topology. In our application, we can split the flow from a source to a destination and direct the segments along different routes, each traversing intermediate nodes en route. We call such networks multihop networks. When optimizing network throughput, flow will often pass through many hops, increasing the total network flow and total propagation delay. Increased network flow is not desirable since it requires bigger resources and makes it more difficult to allocate costs fairly among users. We present an efficient tabu search algorithm that combines different optimization criteria: throughput maximization, total flow, and delay minimization. We give results for benchmark data sets.
Submitted by: Thomas Sexton/CEAS
39. Presentation on Deakin University and Australian Culture
The Study Abroad Coordinator from Deakin University will be giving a presentation on October 14 at 1-2pm in SAC 312. Topics covered will include studying at Deakin University, as well as studying abroad in Australia. All students interested in Australia are welcome. Please contact the Study Abroad Office for information.
Submitted by: Dorothy Tsang/Grad
40. The Humanities Institute at Stony Brook Presents a one day Symposia
Title: Trauma at Home: Remembering 9/11 Where: The Humanities Institute, E4340 Melville Library When: Tuesday, October 15, 2002 from 2:00pm to 6:00pm.
The anniversary of the attacks on the USA were memorialized in New York and elsewhere on and around September 11, 2002. On Tuesday October 15th, we will contribute to remembering 9/11 by bringing humanities perspectives to bear on the events. The meeting will look to explore the impact on the American psyche in remembering the more than 3000 innocent people who died. The aim is to recognize the increasing catastrophes worldwide and to learn what we can from them. We decided to bring to Stony Brook several New York area authors to discuss and reflect. Speakers: Judith Greenberg, Marianne Hirsch, Claire Kahane, Nancy K. Miller, Lorie Novak, James Young. E. Ann Kaplan, Director HISB and Michele Bogart, Professor of Art History, will moderate the panels.
http://www.sunysb.edu/humanities/
Submitted by: Jason Hanley/GST
41. Long Play Project and Stony Brook Stages
Pterodactyls is a farcical dark comedy about systems of denial and the price they carry in the world. The lines of communication have been severely broken within the Duncan family and further complicated by each member's nonsensical escape into fantasy. In this frenetic play by Nicky Silver, each character's comic antics are still not enough to protect them from the harsh reality from which they try so desperately to avoid.
Pterodactyls opening on October 18 at 8 p..m. Performances on Oct. 24 & 26 at 8 p.m. and Oct. 20 at 2 p.m. Tickets: $10/general admission; $8/faculty & Staff; $6/students & seniors
Submitted by: Augusta Kuhn/CAS
42. Stress Management Workshops
The Division of Wellness and Chronic Illness in the Department of Family Medicine will be presenting a series of three workshops on stress management. The workshops will focus on meditation as the core experience of stress management and will additionally cover the principles of sound nutrition, movement and sleep practices, time management, awareness of thought patterns and emotions. The group will be introduced to several forms of meditation including breathing techniques, the stress relaxation response, mindfulness meditation, walking meditations, heart centered meditations and others.
Dates are Wednesdays, November 13th and 20th and Monday, November 25th between 5:30 and 6:45 pm at 33 Research Way, East Setauket, NY.
Lower your stress and register early for this popular workshop since seating is limited to fifteen participants. The fee for the three sessions is $60.00. For information and registration, please call 444-9815.
Submitted by: Marion Hollinger/UHMC
43. Project Liberty provides free and confidential support services to persons affected by the events of 911.
Free individual and group counseling services are available to anyone affected by the events of 911. Workshops are available for groups on post-traumatic stress, the effects of trauma on children, etc. Please call for assistance or more information. Please contact Bridget Baio at the Sayville Project/School of Social Welfare at 631-563-2290 or bbaio@notes.cc.sunysb.edu. Project Liberty is funded by FEMA and the Center for Mental Health Services.
Submitted by: Bridget Baio/HSC
44. Department of Physiology and Biophysics Seminar
Dr. Paul Donaldson from the Department of Physiology at The University of Auckland, New Zealand, will be presenting a seminar for the Department of Physiology and Biophysics entitled, "Visualizing the Function of the Lens", on Wednesday, October 16, 2002. It will be held in the Basic Science Tower, T-5, Room 140 at 12:00 noon.
Submitted by: Robin Green/UHMC
45. Department of Physiology & Biophysics and Department of Neurobiology & Behavior Symposium, "Water Transport in the Eye"
The Departments of Physiology & Biophysics and Neurobiology & Behavior will host "Water Transport in the Eye", a Symposium honoring the research contributions of Professor Benjamin Walcott, on Thursday, October 31, 2002 from 9:00 a.m.- 1:00 p.m. in Lecture Hall 4, Level 2, at the Health Sciences Center.
Submitted by: Robin Green/UHMC
46. SUNY-Latin American & Caribbean Studies Conference
"RETHINKING STATES OF LATIN AMERICAN, LATINO AND CARIBBEAN STUDIES IN NEW YORK STATE"
A one-day Conference and the first general meeting of Latin Americanists, Caribbeanists and Latino Studies scholars from across the entire SUNY system.
OCTOBER 18, 2002, LATIN AMERICAN & CARIBBEAN STUDIES (LACS) 9 AM - 6 PM
Social and Behavioral Sciences Building, N-320
Refreshments served.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/lacc
Submitted by: Domenica Tafuro/CAS
47. Department of Neurobiology & Behavior
Dr. Richard Horn,of the Thomas Jefferson Medical College, is our Seminar speaker. The title of the Seminar is: "Movement and Crevices in Voltage-Dependent Ion Channels" Date: Thursday 10/17/02 Time: 12:00PM
Submitted by: Carol Brady/CAS
48. CELT Series: Assessing Departmental Practices in the Teaching of Writing
Dr. Anne Beaufort, Assoc. Director of the Program in Writing and Rhetoric has once again agreed to run a series of Writing Workshops.
1) Needs Assessment: Maximizing Departmental Resources for Improving Student Writing
2) Designing a Writing Sequence
3) Setting Standards for Grading Writing
If you are interested in attending this series of workshops and would like more information please visit the Celt website and click on Activities & Events to register. Each session will run two hours and times will be arranged at the convenience of participants.
http://www.celt.sunysb.edu
Submitted by: Rita Reagan-Redko/Prov
49. Ecology and Evolution Seminar
Ecology and Evolution Seminar Wednesday, October 16, 2002 3:30 P.M. Life Sciences Building Room 038
"PHENOTYPIC INTEGRATION: THE EVOLUTION OF COMPLEX PHENOTYPES"
Dr. Massimo Pigliucci, Department of Botany, University of Tennessee
Host: Dr. Michael Bell - mabell@life.bio.sunysb.edu
Submitted by: Marilyn Pakarklis/CAS
50. Special Ecology and Evolution Seminar
Ecology and Evolution Special Seminar - Please note time and day 1:30p.m. - Thursday, October 17, 2002 Life Sciences Building Room 038
"DENYING EVOLUTION: CREATIONISM, SCIENTISM, AND THE NATURE OF SCIENCE"
Dr. Massimo Pigliucci, Department of Botany, University of Tennessee
Host: Dr. Michael Bell - mabell@notes.cc.sunysb.edu
If you need a disability-related accommodation, please call: The Department of Ecology and Evolution at (631) 632-8600
Submitted by: Marilyn Pakarklis/CAS
51. Oceans and Atmosphere Colloquium, October 18, 2002
Dr. Dick Lindzen from Massachusetts Institute of Technology, will present a seminar on "The interaction of waves and convection in the tropics" on October 18, 2002 at 12:30pm.
The seminar will take place at the Marine Sciences Research Center, in the Endeavour Hall 120. For more information, please call 632-8781
Submitted by: Katerina Panagiotakopoulou/MSRC
52. TIAA-CREF Seminar "A Woman's Money, A Woman's Future" seminar to be held on October 17, 2002.
TIAA-CREF's seminar "A Woman's Money, A Woman's Future" will be on Thursday, October 17, 2002 in Seminar Room 2A, Level 2, HSC from 12 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. Also individual conunseling sessions are available.
To reserve a seat or schedule an individual counseling session, please visit the website www.tiaa-cref.org/moc or call Doris Green at 1-800-842-8412 between 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
http://www.tiaa-cref.org
Submitted by: Cassandra Moore/UHMC
53. Administrators, Faculty, and Student Service Professionals- Do you know your legal rights and the rights of your students?
Disability Support Services is happy to extend an invitation for a limited number of interested Staff members to attend Justice for All: Students with Disabilities and the Campus Community, a one day Conference held at Nassau Community College on Friday November 1, 2002 from 8:30-3:00.
Continental breakfast and lunch will be served.
DSS is co-sponsoring this event led by Jeanne Kincaid. Ms. Kincaid, a prominent attorney in the area of disability law and education represents schools and universities on issues concerning both students and employees with disabilities. The conference will explore the legal rights and responsibilities of the campus community. The role of faculty and reasonable campus accommodations will be examined.
To register contact Donna Molloy (dmolloy@notes.cc.sunysb.edu) include your name, academic position and phone number. Please indicate if you need a disability related accommodation. Seating is limited RSVP before 10/17/02. For further information call 632-6748.
Submitted by: Donna Molloy/OSA
54. Living World Public Lecture Series Sponsored by Ecology and Evolution Department
Paul Bingham, Professor of Biochemistry and Cellular Biology, will speak on "Are All of the Unique Properties of Humans Really the Products of Evolution by Natural Selection?".
When: Friday, October 18, 2002 Where: Earth and Space Sciences Lecture Theatre 001 Time: 7:30 - 8:30 PM
http://life.bio.sunysb.edu/marinebio/living
world
Submitted by: Gwendolyn Luke/CAS
55. November 7th Author Reading/Signing Event: Gabriel Brownstein, author of "The Curious Case of Benjamin Button, Apt 3W"
Gabriel Brownstein, author of "The Curious Case of Benjamin Button, Apt 3W," nine Salingeresque stories about New Yorkers and their marvelous eccentricities, will be featured at this event. Please join us in the Javits Room (2nd floor of the Melville Library) from 5pm-6pm on Thursday, November 7. Light refreshments will be provided. Sponsored by: The Melville Library and the University Bookstore.
http://www.sunysb.edu/library/specevents.htm
Submitted by: Kristen Nyitray/Lib
56. Nov. 4-Dec 31: Special Collections hosts the acclaimed exhibit "This is woman's hour...: The Life of Mary Baker Eddy."
The Special Collections Department will host the nationally acclaimed Mary Baker Eddy exhibit, "This is woman's hour...," from 11/4/02-12/31/02. The exhibit features videos, interactive listening stations, news clippings, and photographs. Admission is free. Special Collections is located on the second floor of the Melville Library, Room E-2320. Please call the Department at 632-7119 for further information.
Mary Baker Eddy (1821-1910) was an influential American author, teacher, and religious leader, noted for her groundbreaking ideas about spirituality and health, which she named Christian Science. She articulated those ideas in her major work, Science and Health with Key to the Scriptures, first published in 1875. Four years later she founded the Church of Christ, Scientist, in Boston, Massachusetts, which today has branch churches and societies around the world. In 1908 she launched The Christian Science Monitor, a leading international newspaper, and the recipient, to date, of seven Pulitzer Prizes.
http://http://www.sunysb.edu/library/specevents.htm
Submitted by: Kristen Nyitray/Lib
57. Long Island Play Project and Stony Brook Stages
Diana Son has woven a stunning web of two women's journeys into love and it's tragic aftermath. Stop Kiss is a jarring struggle to reassemble the pieces of history that have formed a new love - and to harvest some meaning from the prejudice that rips apart their world. We are sent back and forth in time, reliving through Callie's memory the inescapability of love without pain, or pain without love and left in the end with the stronger truth.
Opens Thursday, Oct. 17, at 8 pm in Theatre II at Staller Center for the Arts. Oct. 18 & 19 at 8 pm and Oct. 20 at 2 pm. Tickets: $10/general admission; $8 faculty/staff, $6 students/seniors.
Submitted by: Augusta Kuhn/CAS
58. Ballroom Dancing Lessons
Ballroom Dance Lessons beginning in October. Monday Evenings: 7pm Latin Tech & Movement 10/14, 10/21, 10/28, 11/4. Monday Evenings: 8pm Cha Cha 1 & 2 10/14, 10/21, 10/28, 11/4. Monday Evenings: 9pm Waltz 3 10/14, 10/21, 10/28, 11/4. Instructor: Patti Panebianco All classes take place in Union Ballroom. The lesson fee is $20 per series.
Wednesday Evenings:7pm Tango 10/2, 10/9, 10/16, 10/23. Wednesday Eveings: 8pm Swing 10/2, 10/9, 10/16, 10/23. Wednesday Eveings: 9pm Cha Cha 10/2, 10/9, 10/16, 10/23. The 7pm and 8pm lesson fee is $20 per series. ($10.00 per series for SBU full-time students; a series consists of 4 one-hour lessons) The 9pm lesson fee is $30 per series. ($15 per series for SBU full-time students; a series consists of 4 one-hour lessons).
For more information about lessonss, please e-mail lin-shu.wang@sunysb.edu
http://http://www.recreation.sunysb.edu/events/sbudmain.html
Submitted by: Susan Dimonda/CAS
59. Student Success Week II
The Division of Campus Residences (H-Quad) and the Career Center are proud to present Student Success Week II. This series of workshops and programs established to help students develop and expand their skills that lead toward academic and career success. Workshops and programs include "How to get a 4.0", presented by Dean Laskowski of the Athletics, "How to write an "A" paper, a round table discussion of "What is success," a presentation on "Interviewing Skills," and much much more.
Please advise all students and pass along to appropriate faculty/staff.
Please call 2-6777 for more information
Submitted by: Jeffrey Barnett/OSA
60. Hispanic Heritage Month Closing Ceremony/ 13th Annual Awards Luncheon
Hispanic Heritage Month Closing Ceremony/ 13th Annual Awards Luncheon October 30, 2002 12:00 to 2:00 p.m., Student Activity Center Ballroom A "Unification through Education/ Unificacion Atraves de Educacion"
Join us to celebrate and recognize the achievements and contributions of faculty, staff , and students. The purpose of this event is to focus attention on the Hispanic community, to celebrate their achievement, to recognize their contributions and needs, and to present the many and diverse aspects of Hispanic culture to the University.
Open to all. Tickets: $10.00 ( $15.00 after 10/15) for faculty $5.00 ($7.00 after 10/15)for students For information call: 632-6280
Submitted by: Ismenia Molina/Pres
61. The School Of Health Technology And Management's Ninth Annual Distinguished Alumni Awards
Please join the faculty and staff of the School of Health Technology and Management during homecoming weekend 2002 as we recognize five alumni who have distinguished themselves in their chosen fields!
The Ninth Annual Distinguished Alumni Award Recipients are: Joseph Hock, MS, RRT - Cardiorespiratory Sciences Class of 1986 and Master of Science Class of 1992, Howard Makofsky, PT, DHSc, OCS - Physical Therapy Class of 1979 and Master of Science Class of 1992, Richard Thailer, RPA-C - Physician Assistant Class of 1980, Ronald McManus, MS, MT (ASCP) - Master of Science Class of 1994, Jeannie Eberhardt, MS, MT (ASCP), NCA-CLS - Medical Technology Class of 1994. Friday, October 18, 2002 at 12:00noon, Lecture Hall 2, Level 2, Health Sciences Center, Please join us for light refreshments as we gather to recognize your classmates and coleagues! Call Jim Ganetis at 4-3184 for further information/questions.
http://www.uhmc.sunysb.edu/shtm/
Submitted by: Fay Wright/HSC
62. Lunch and a Movie For International Faculty - "Teaching In America: A Guide For International Faculty"
When: Thursday, October 24th, 11:30am-12:30pm Where: CELT, Melville Library, Room E-1337
"Teaching in America: A Guide for International Faculty"
Teaching in America can be difficult for anyone. But what special problems confront international faculty when they first start teaching in America? For many the greatest challenge is not the English language, but understanding the assumptions and expectations of American students. The aim of Teaching in America is to speed the process of feeling at home in the American classroom. Join us for a screening of this insightful film created by the Harvard University Derek Bok Center for Teaching and Learning. A discussion will follow the showing. Join us at the Celt center and start improving your teaching performance for your American students.
Lunch and refreshments will accompany the showing of the video. Please register for this important event at the CELT website under "Activities and Events." See you there!
http://www.celt.sunysb.edu
Submitted by: Nora Ruth/GST
63. Pizza and a Movie For International TAs - "Teaching In America: A Guide For International Faculty"
When: Wednesday, October 16th, 12:30-1:30pm Where: CELT, Melville Library, Room E-1337
"Teaching in America: A Guide for International Faculty"
Teaching in America can be difficult for anyone. But what special problems confront international faculty when they first start teaching in America? For many the greatest challenge is not the English language, but understanding the assumptions and expectations of American students. The aim of Teaching in America is to speed the process of feeling at home in the American classroom. Join us for a screening of this insightful film created by the Harvard University Derek Bok Center for Teaching and Learning. A discussion will follow the showing. Join us at the Celt center and start improving your teaching performance for your American students.
Lunch and refreshments will accompany the showing of the video. Please register for this important event at the CELT website under "Activities and Events." See you there!
http://www.celt.sunysb.edu
Submitted by: Nora Ruth/GST
64. Weekly Fitness Classes
Campus Recreation offers weekly fitness classes for students, faculty and staff. You can join at anytime throughout the semester. Graduate Students, Faculty and Staff purchase a Punch Card and can try out as many different classes using this card.
Full Card 35 classes $50.00 (1.43/class 3/4 Card 27 classes $40.00 (1.48/class) 1/2 card 18 classes $25.00 (1.66/class) 1/4 Card 9 classes $15.00 (1.66/class)
Class Schedule: Mon,Wed,Fri @ 12:40pm Cross Training a Mixture of Step Aerobics, Body Sculpting, Kickboxing (Sports Complex Dance Studio)- A great workout and all levels are welcome.
Tues/Thurs @ 12:00P.M. Body Sculpting (Wellness Center Dance Studio)
Mon/Weds @ 7:15P.M. Step Aerobics (Sports Complex Dance Studio)
Mon/Weds @ 8:15P.M. Yoga (Sports Complex Dance Studio)
Tues/Thurs @ 7:15P.M. Kickboxing (Sports Complex Dance Studio)
Tues/Thurs @ 8:15P.M. Body Sculpting (Sports Complex Dance Studio)
For mor information call 632-7168 or check out our web site.
http://www.recreation.sunysb.edu
Submitted by: Susan Dimonda/CAS
65. Biomedical Engineering Seminar Series Lecture
Wednesday, October 16, 2002
Biomedical Engineering Seminar Series Lecture Computational Molecular Biology of Genome Expression and Regulation. Michael Q. Zhang, Ph.D., Associate Professor, Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory, Wednesday, October 16, 2002 @ 4:00 PM, Harold Atkins Learning Center, HSC L4, SOM
Submitted by: Anne Marie Dusatko/UHMC
66. Job/Internship Fair
JOB/INTERNSHIP FAIR. Sports Complex Arena Wednesday, October 16, 2002 12:00 Noon - 4:00 PM. Lots of Companies and Organizations!
For more information: Visit the Career Center in the Melville Library (foot of the zebrapath)
http://www.stonybrook.edu/career
Submitted by: Guo Cao/OSA
67. CSEA Course Offerings
The School of Health Technology and Management is pleased to announce it's new Fall Course offerings to CSEA members.
During the week of October 14, 2002 we will offer Introduction to YAHOO E-Mail, and Bugs, Bites and Burns Part II. If you are interested in attending and have not received a registration form, please call 4-2252. Additional courses will be offered throughout the Fall.
All classes will be held in the SHTM MILC Room, #500, HSC, Level 2. Walk-ins will be accommodated on a space available basis.
Submitted by: Catherine Horgan/HSC
68. Laser Eye Surgery Seminar (LASIK)
If you or any one you know is interested in laser eye surgery (LASIK), Stony Brook Ophthalmology invites you to a free seminar on October 22, 2002 at 7PM. To reserve your place at the meeting, please call 444-4996. Light refreshments will be served.
Submitted by: Marc Dinowitz/UHMC
69. Doctoral Defenses this week
Please click on the link below to see this week's Doctoral Defenses
http://www.grad.sunysb.edu/ddd/index.html
Submitted by: Ajay Gupta/GST
70. Diabetes and Periodontitis
Are you a Type 1 Insulin-Dependent Diabetic? Do you have Periodontal (Gum) Disease?
Periodontal (gum) disease has been shown to make it more difficult to control diabetes. We are conducting a study to determine whether Periodontal Treatment can reduce specific markers of infection/inflammation that may make it more difficult for you and your physician to control diabetes. Study participants will receive a free periodontal cleaning and payment of up to $300.00.
Please contact: Ruth Tenzler, RN BSN CCRC @ (631)632-9452 or Dr. Maria Ryan @ (631)632-9529 to discuss whether or not you qualify for this research study.
Submitted by: Ruth Tenzler/UHMC
71. Clinical trial for females
Attention all Females 18 and older. Have you been having feelings of decreased sexual desire? Do you have difficulty acheving orgasm? Overall dissatisfaction with your sex life?
If you've answered yes to any of these questions you may be eligable to participate in a clinical study using a new medication for female patients.
For more information please contact: Teresa Hunt-Goncalves RN 444-8302 All inquiries are strictly confidntial
Submitted by: Teresa Hunt-Goncalves/UHMC
72. MRI Flow Imaging Study of the Brain and Spine
Volunteers are needed to participate in a study of blood and cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) flow in the brain and spine. The study is aimed at developing a better understanding of blood and CSF flow in the brain. In particular, we are interested in how dysfunction of these flows affects patients with diseases such as hydrocephalus and spinal cord cysts.
Subjects must be in relatively good health and have no known history of brain or spinal cysts, brain tumor, head trauma or spinal cord injury.
The study will involved a 1 hour MRI exam, utilizing standard MRI imaging techniques. The study does not require injections. There will be no monetary compensation for this study. For further information, please contact Dr. Mark Wagshul at 4-9563 or mwagshul@notes.cc.sunysb.edu.
Submitted by: Mark Wagshul/UHMC
73. Osteoarthritis Clinical Trial
Do you or a loved one suffer from Osteoarthritis? Between 40 and 75 years old?
For more information on this clinical trial, call Maureen 444-9034 or email at maureen.hurst@sunysb.edu
Submitted by: Maureen Hurst/UHMC